Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

As compared to other jurisdictions, UAE allows individuals possessing dishonoured bank cheques to file a criminal case against the issuer of the cheque. Federal Law Number 3 of 1987 Penal Code by...

Panadol, paracetamol, antibiotics or anti-allergies are some medicines which are often lying around your house in case of emergencies or are readily available over the counter in any nearby pharmacy...

Sexual harassment may be perpetrated in different forms; it could be verbal harassment; it could be in the form of unwanted attention and also in a physical form. Instances of verbal sexual harassment...

Background Dowry is money or property, which is offered by the husband to the wife, in consideration of marriage. Dowry is the property of the bride and she is free to dispose of it. Dowry offers...

Imagination and creativity of humans are beyond control when it comes to stealing. Being digitalized is a boon and a curse. It is easy for a person to steal your identity online, make purchases from...

Terminating a contract essentially implies extinguishing the liabilities mentioned within the contract. When a contract is terminated by one of the parties, it is no longer enforceable under the law...

Introduction:In the UAE, employment relations are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021 and its implementing regulations. The issue of non-compete clauses and employee obligations holds...

IntroductionIn the UAE, Bank Loans Offered to Individual Customers are governed by Regulation No. 29/2011 Regarding Bank Loans & Other Services Offered to Individual Customers. Additionally, the...

As much as they are discussed, cheques are also most common mode of payment in UAE. Issuing cheques is uncomplicated, yet can cause a lot of complications if dishonoured by the bank. UAE Federal Law...

Introduction:Owning exotic animals can be tempting for some residents or citizens in the UAE, drawn by the fascination of unique and rare species. However, navigating the laws and regulations...

Acquisitions of gigantic groups of companies in UAE are receiving a lot of attention lately, wherein banks plays a significant role in assisting the companies undergoing acquisition. Therefore, in...

Dubai skyline is most admired amongst several countries due to multiple sky-scrappers and beautifully constructed buildings. It obviously indicates that country’s construction market is booming and...

Introduction:The protection of confidential information is an important aspect of employer-employee relationships, and the UAE has established comprehensive laws to address violations of...

Consumer protection is a top priority in the UAE, especially concerning food safety. The UAE has established a comprehensive legal framework to safeguard consumers’ health and well-being, with Federal...

In the dynamic world of finance, where businesses seek expert guidance on budgeting, debt management, and fundraising, financial advisors play an essential role. In the UAE, the Securities & Commodity...